What is Research Water?
Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol preservative, supplied in sealed vials for laboratory research use.

Definition
Research Water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative. It is supplied in sealed vials and sold for laboratory research use only. Each lot carries a lot number, and a Certificate of Analysis is available per lot.
Each lot carries a lot number, and a Certificate of Analysis is available per lot.
Composition
Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol (preservative). Refer to the lot Certificate of Analysis for lot-specific documentation.
Container options
- 2 mL glass vials, 10-pack
- 10 mL vials, 2-pack
- 31 mL vials, 2-pack and 4-pack
- 51 mL vials, single, 2-pack and 3-pack
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Storage and handling
Follow the storage instructions printed on the container label and lot COA. As general laboratory practice, keep unopened containers closed in their original packaging, away from heat and direct light, and record the lot number in your lab notebook. Inspect each container on receipt and do not use any container with a damaged seal.
Specifications
| Composition | Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol (preservative) |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Also catalogued as bacteriostatic water (0.9% benzyl alcohol) |
| Containers | Glass (2 mL) and plastic (10, 31, 51 mL) vials |
| Documentation | Certificate of Analysis per lot |
| Origin | USA |
| Intended use | Research use only |
For research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Research Water?
Research Water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative, supplied in sealed vials for laboratory research use only.
What is the composition of Research Water?
Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol (preservative). Refer to the lot Certificate of Analysis for lot-specific documentation.
Is Research Water the same as bacteriostatic water?
The composition, sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol, is also catalogued by some suppliers as bacteriostatic water. Confirm against the label and COA for your lot.
What container sizes are available?
Research Water is offered in 2 mL glass vials (10-pack), 10 mL vials (2-pack), 31 mL vials (2-pack and 4-pack) and 51 mL vials (single, 2-pack and 3-pack).
Is a Certificate of Analysis available?
Yes. A Certificate of Analysis is available per lot. Use the lot number on your container with the supplier COA lookup.
Who can buy Research Water?
Research Water is for laboratory research use only. An organization or lab name is required at checkout. We ship within the United States only.